Senior Field Solution Architect – Networking

CDW Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CDW Canada is seeking a Senior Field Solution Architect in Toronto with a strong background in network architecture. The role involves leading network design, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring successful project outcomes. Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years in IT consulting, technical expertise in networking solutions, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $180,000, depending on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT consulting or senior IT roles focusing on network architecture and design.
• Proven track record of technical leadership and successful project outcomes.
• Commitment to obtaining and maintaining relevant industry certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and management of network architecture designs and strategies.
• Engage in architectural discussions to understand customer outcomes.
• Work with sales to design solutions that meet customer needs.

Skills

Technical expertise in Cisco, Fortinet, or Aruba network solutions

Customer collaboration

Strong communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience

Job description

As a Senior Field Solution Architect in our Networking practice, you will have the power, training opportunities, and expertise to delve deeper into the network stack. We rely on your creative thinking and comprehensive technical knowledge in networking to deliver industry-leading solutions.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the creation and management of network architecture designs and strategies in collaboration with key business stakeholders to ensure alignment with customer requirements and business objectives.
• Engage in detailed architectural discussions to understand customer business outcomes and translate them into technical requirements, ensuring successful implementation and customer satisfaction.
• Work closely with the sales team to design and propose solutions that leverage the best mix of vendor‑partner products and services, tailored to meet customer needs.
• Develop and deliver compelling sales presentations to both prospective and existing customers, showcasing the value and capabilities of proposed solutions.
• Contribute to the development of new service offerings within the networking practice, ensuring they meet market demands and customer expectations.
• Oversee all technical components of the sales process, from initial engagement to final delivery, ensuring a seamless and successful customer experience.
• Stay abreast of industry technology trends and share insights with current and prospective customers to help them make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve.

What you need to succeed:

Must-have:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT consulting or senior IT roles, specifically focusing on network architecture and design.
• Extensive technical expertise in Cisco, Fortinet, or Aruba network solutions.
• Experience with Juniper and HPE is a plus.
• Proven experience in direct customer collaboration, with a track record of technical leadership and successful project outcomes.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively and constructively engage with customers, colleagues, management, and executives.
• A proactive attitude towards new tasks and responsibilities, with a passion for enhancing customer experience, operational excellence, and continuous professional development.
• Recommend new technologies and focus areas to enhance companies' capability.
• Commitment to obtaining and maintaining relevant industry certifications.
• Mentor colleague to develop teamwork and interdepartment collaboration.

Nice-to-have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency in additional network technologies and certifications.
• Experience with OT and IoT.

At CDW, we strive to offer market‑competitive total rewards packages to attract and retain talent. As such, we are committed to pay transparency and ensuring fair compensation for all our coworkers. Each of our roles is assigned a salary range that is informed by multiple sources of market data. We determine individual pay within a given range based on a candidate’s prior experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. This approach allows us to offer competitive and equitable salaries that reflect the value and responsibilities of each role at CDW. Salaries are based on a 40‑hour workweek and paid on a bi‑weekly payroll schedule.

Pay range: $160,000 - $180,000, depending on experience and skill set

Current Opening: This posting reflects a currently available position within our organization for which we are actively recruiting.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.